Shartigam - Zachaldara, Kupwara
Shartigam is a village situated in the Zachaldara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Handwara and around 40 km from Kupwara. Changimulla serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Shartigam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shartigam is 000238. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.8 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Shartigam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shartigam
According to the 2011 Census, Shartigam village had a total population of 944 people, including 502 males and 442 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.89%, with male literacy at 51.08% and female literacy at 35.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 167.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 944 | 502 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 87 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 86 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 212 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 290 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Shartigam
Shartigam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shartigam
Shartigam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Shartigam is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Shartigam is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shartigam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shartigam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shartigam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shartigam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shartigam
Where is Shartigam located?
Shartigam village is located in Zachaldara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Shartigam?
The Halqa Panchayat of Shartigam is Changimulla.
What is the pincode of Shartigam?
The pincode of Shartigam is 193221.
What is the population of Shartigam?
Shartigam had a total population of 944, including 502 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Shartigam?
Shartigam had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shartigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shartigam was 43.89%. Male literacy was 51.08% and female literacy was 35.85%.